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Screen time passcode issues

Hi. I forgot my kid's screen time passcode. The phone does have the latest software upgrade. I followed the instructions online, but the option 'forgot passcode' does not appear on the screen. What do I do in this case?

iPhone 12

Posted on Apr 14, 2022 3:01 PM

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Posted on Apr 14, 2022 3:08 PM

There are two passcodes; Lock Screen Passcode and Screen Time Passcode.


Following this process is the only way out to reset both passcodes. The steps given in this link will help you do that -> If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your ...


Note: If you restore from a backup then the Screen Time Passcode will be back on your device.

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Apr 14, 2022 3:08 PM in response to Y-Y-Y

There are two passcodes; Lock Screen Passcode and Screen Time Passcode.


Following this process is the only way out to reset both passcodes. The steps given in this link will help you do that -> If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your ...


Note: If you restore from a backup then the Screen Time Passcode will be back on your device.

Screen time passcode issues

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